College Options for Students with ADHD

So, I have ADHD and I know that I might need some extra support in college. Are there specific colleges known for being particularly supportive of students with ADHD?

Absolutely, there are numerous colleges and universities that are known to have robust support services for students with ADHD.

1. University of Iowa: They have a dedicated program for students with learning disabilities and ADHD called REACH, which stands for Realizing Educational and Career Hopes. This program provides comprehensive support services to help students succeed, such as smaller class sizes, individualized instruction, and structured study sessions.

2. Landmark College: This is a specialized institution for students with learning disabilities, and ADHD, as well as autism spectrum disorders. All teachers at the college use teaching methods that work best for students with learning differences.

3. University of Denver's Learning Effectiveness Program (LEP): The LEP provides academic support for students with ADHD and other learning differences. The program includes individual and group support services, such as academic mentoring, organizational skill development, time management training, and stress management techniques.

4. University of Arizona's SALT Center (Strategic Alternative Learning Techniques): This center provides comprehensive academic support services for UA students with learning and attention challenges. The SALT Center offers a variety of services such as individual learning strategy sessions, tutoring, psychological counseling, and workshops.

Remember that regardless of the specific support programs in place, federal law requires all colleges and universities to provide reasonable accommodations to students with ADHD and other learning disabilities. Therefore, students with ADHD have legal rights to the support they need to be successful in college, whether it's extra time on tests, note-taking services, or other accommodations. It's important to reach out to the school's Disabilities Services Office to understand the resources available and how to access them.